Thanks to the beautiful donors of the 10 Washable Sanitary Pad kits, which were sponsored during my 12 Days of Christmas. Small gifts of love, have been sent to the donors I could identify (some were anonymous) Thanks for providing gifts to our…
I'll be away, so can't attend to orders made via the website during the period 13th to 21st December 2016. Orders placed during that time, will be actioned on 23rd December. Thanks Mi lukim yu Belinda
One random act of kindness at a time In September this year, the Mamma's Laef team met with Pauline Grindley from the Nabanga Pikinini Trust. Pauline presented to Mammas Laef, funds on behalf of the John Bent Memorial Fund but also gave Mary…
'tis the season for giving Yes, I know, the 12 Days of Christmas aren’t supposed to start on 1st December. My goal: To encourage sponsorships of washable sanitary pad kits. I figured a little enticement might work well. From 1st to…
Tourism downturn a positive time Cyclone Pam was the first issue to put an immediate stop on tourist numbers entering Vanuatu. Soon afterwards, runway issues at the international airport, created another barrier for inbound travellers. Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, Qantas all…
Patience is a virtue There were numerous delays. It is often the way when undertaking a trans-Pacific project. Miscommunication, island-time, confusion – whatever the reasons, I now have photographic evidence that equipment donated by the South Pacific Moana Hospital Trust has arrived at…
Anyone with me on this one? The journey to wellness can have it’s hiccups. I can attest to that. Salted Caramel can be hard to resist. I have started to wean myself (again) from refined sugar. No I am…
I think it must be my age - nearing 52. I’ve been having regular physio treatments from my physiotherapist, Jacqui Sinclair and attend her yoga classes, to try and alleviate some of the aches that I feel. I use turmeric when…
An easy way to support Mamma's Laef After much thought, consideration and advice taken from various people, I have gone ahead and created and had approved, a Give A Little page (NZ based) for those who want to "buy a kit"…
Rene Saama in North Efate (the main island of Vanuatu); is the village of a late friend of mine, Rene. We had become friends when Rene worked in New Zealand as part of the RSE scheme. We made simple jewellery together, with…